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3About Basildon
Basildon, a post-war new town in Essex, lies 40 kilometres east of London via the A127 and M25. The A13 offers an alternative London route, whilst the A176 connects north to junction 29. Popular journeys include the half-hour drive to London, quick trips to Lakeside Shopping Centre, and the coastal run to Southend. The town boasts the distinctive Brooke House tower, once Essex's tallest building.
Where is Basildon on the map?
Basildon is in England, at 51.568, 0.458 - about 16 km south-east of Heybridge, Essex 2.
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EV Chargers in Basildon
- Crompton Close, Basildon300 kW
- SS16 5NN, Basildon150 kW
- Ford Dunton Technical Centre, Basildon7 kW
- Halstow Way, Basildon7 kW
- Hazelmere Off, Basildon7 kW
Data source: OpenChargeMap
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What is the closest airport to Basildon?
The closest airport to Basildon is London Southend Airport, 22 km (about 23 min by car). Other airports nearby: London Stansted Airport.